Animal Control Worker Salary in Oregon (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Animal Control Workers in Oregon, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Oregon Median
$66,130
per year
Hourly Rate
$31.79
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+45% vs US median
US median $45,660
State Rank
#2 of 44
40 employed here

How much does an Animal Control Worker make in Oregon?

Animal Control Workers in Oregon take home a median of $66,130 annually — roughly $31.79 an hour — which runs 45% above the national median of $45,660.

Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $54,950 while the top 10% make $82,620 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,800 and $72,500 a year.

Animal Control Worker salary range in Oregon

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$54,950$26.42
25th percentile (early career)$60,800$29.23
50th percentile (median)$66,130$31.79
75th percentile (experienced)$72,500$34.86
90th percentile (top earners)$82,620$39.72

How Oregon compares

Oregon ranks 2nd out of 44 states and territories for Animal Control Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$66,440
2Oregon$66,130
3Alaska$63,340
4California$62,630
5Massachusetts$60,930

Working as an Animal Control Worker in Oregon

Nationally, about 12,000 people work as Animal Control Workers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Oregon pay ($66,130) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Animal Control Worker make in Oregon?
The median Animal Control Worker salary in Oregon is $66,130 per year, or about $31.79 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $54,950 at the entry level to $82,620 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Animal Control Workers about 45% more than the national median of $45,660. Oregon ranks 2nd out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Animal Control Workers?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $66,130 a year. About 40 Animal Control Workers are employed in Oregon. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oregon?
The highest-paying occupations in Oregon include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physician, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executive ($341,630), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.